Call for His Majesty the King’s Scholarships for Doctoral Programs 2026 is open now!!
The Royal Thai Government Scholarships represent one of Thailand’s most significant educational initiatives, designed to strengthen advanced research capacity across Asia. Administered by the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), these scholarships support doctoral and master’s level study for academically outstanding candidates from Thailand and other Asian countries. The aim is to create a shared academic space where students from diverse cultural and disciplinary backgrounds can engage in high-level research, contributing to regional development and deeper international understanding within Asia.
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At the doctoral level, the flagship award is His Majesty the King’s Scholarship for Doctoral Programs. This scholarship is reserved for candidates with exceptional academic performance in both their undergraduate and master’s degrees, allowing them to pursue a PhD in any program under AIT’s School of Engineering and Technology (SET) or School of Environment, Resources, and Development (SERD). The Government of Thailand prioritizes applicants from
- Bhutan, Lao PDR, Timor-Leste,
- ASEAN countries,
- Other Asian countries, reflecting its commitment to academic cooperation and regional partnership. Scholars selected under this category join a vibrant international research community and gain access to AIT’s multidisciplinary expertise, modern research facilities, and collaborative environment.
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In addition to the doctoral awards, AIT also administers several Royal Thai Government scholarships at the master’s level, including His Majesty the King’s Scholarship, Her Majesty the Queen’s Scholarship, and the Loom Nam Khong Pijai (GMS) Scholarship. These programs extend opportunities to students across engineering, environment, development, and management fields, reinforcing AIT’s role as a regional hub for graduate education.
As an institution, the Asian Institute of Technology stands out for its international character, interdisciplinary research culture, and long history of contributing to sustainable development in Asia. Through the Royal Thai Government Scholarships, AIT continues to promote academic excellence, cross-border collaboration, and the training of future leaders who will shape Asia’s scientific and technological landscape.
Location:
ThailandBenefits
- Full tuition coverage for the entire 41-month PhD program
- Registration fees fully covered
- On-campus accommodation provided throughout all 7 semesters
- Monthly living bursary to support personal expenses during the program
- Total scholarship value of approximately 1.96 million Baht
- Non-binding award, meaning no service bond after graduation
Eligibilities
- Must be a citizen of an Asian country
- Have an outstanding education record in a 4-year Undergraduate Program and 2-year Master’s Program from an accredited institution in related fields; GPA of Bachelor’s and Master’s degree ≥ 3.5 or equivalent
- Two recommendation letters
- Research proposal
- Have an English proficiency score as required by AIT Language Center (IELTS 6.0 (Overall and Writing bands) or AIT EET ≥ 6.0)
Application Process
- Applicants must create an online account, sign in, and start a new application through AIT’s admission portal.
- A non-refundable application processing fee of US$25 (or Baht 800) is required for online applications, and applicants may apply to only one program at a time.
- Completed applications remain valid for one year, and applicants can track their status or continue saved applications through the same portal.
Application Deadline: March 31, 2026 (53 Days Remaining)
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